Goal-Oriented Physiotherapy Protocol of a 55-Year Male With Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Tongue: A Case Report

Abstract

Although oral cancer is well-known, the occurrence rate of the disease varies greatly globally. Squamous cell carcinoma of the tongue, which frequently starts in the lateral tongue, is the most common kind of oral cancer. In this instance, a male patient was found to have squamous cell carcinoma of the tongue and had undergone surgery. Following any surgical treatment of the tongue, discomfort, septicemia, difficulty eating, and speech issues are the most common oral consequences. His chief complaints were pain and difficulty in mouth opening. He also had the inability to move his tongue, which made talking and swallowing difficult. He had a history of chewing tobacco and smoking cigarettes for the past 15 years. A physiotherapy program was advised to the patient to reduce his symptoms, which included mouth-opening exercises, swallowing exercises, etc. The case's findings indicate that, when compared to the outcome measures, all objectives were met, and the patient improved in his activities of daily living.

Importance of Cardiac Rehabilitation and Mouth Opening Exercises in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Case Report

“…The oral cavity is commonly considered to be the most prevalent location for carcinoma, depending primarily on geographic regions as well as gender of the patient. India has a high rate of oral cancer due to the country's widespread use of smoking and chewing tobacco [ 1 ]. Oral cancer is also more common in people who smoke, have poor eating habits, have less education, live in remote areas, have a sedentary lifestyle, and have difficulties maintaining dental and oral hygiene.…”